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Landlord roof survey in Sandhurst, Kent
Not sure what state the let or shared roof is in? We carry out landlord roof surveys in Sandhurst and across Kent.
- Slipped or missing slates and tiles
- Damp or stains in top-floor flats
- Mortar falling from ridges and verges
Landlord roof surveys for homes and businesses in Sandhurst
Some landlords book a survey when they buy a property to let, others when a tenant reports a leak or damp. Others want a regular survey for a rolling maintenance plan. The report is laid out the same way whatever the reason with photos and recommendations. We survey on weekdays and at weekends, which can make access easier to arrange. We survey shared roofs, gutters and downpipes and blocks of flats, and people most frequently book us about mortar falling from ridges and verges and parapets and upstands in poor repair.
In a village or hamlet like Sandhurst, older cottages and farmhouses often sit alongside barns, outbuildings and a few newer houses. Roofs there can be clay tile, slate, stone or thatch, and chimney stacks are often old. We report on everything that’s safely in view, and thatch is a specialist material. Chimneys and lead flashings on old roofs often need the most attention.
Most points in the report come with a picture, because a photo of a cracked flashing says more than a paragraph. Anything out of sight on the day is listed as such.
- Where
- Sandhurst (TN18)
- Wider area
- Kent
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Surveys for landlords and agents in Sandhurst
Landlords, agents and building managers in Sandhurst and across Kent can book any of our surveys. For a price for a let property or a block, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
If the property is let, the agent or a tenant can let us in. Surveys run on any day of the week, which helps when tenants work during the week.
Before and after the survey
These tips come from what we see on roofs every week, before and after a survey:
- Keep roof surveys on a rolling plan
- Book gutter clearing at least once a year
- Check your lease or ask a solicitor about who pays
- Hold on to old reports to compare later
Photos make it easier to explain the findings to leaseholders, tenants or directors. We keep the report clear and jargon-light.
Have the roof looked at regularly, not just when it leaks. Many landlords and agents survey their roofs on a rolling basis, alongside yearly gutter clearing.
The survey, step by step
A survey visit follows a simple order: we listen to what’s been worrying you, look at the roof from every safe viewpoint, photograph what we find and make notes for the report. Most visits take an hour or two for a house, and longer for a block or a building with several roofs. In a small place like Sandhurst, access is normally the main thing to plan. Mention any outbuildings, barns or garages you want included, and anything about the roof you already know. Weekday and weekend visits are available.
- We start with what you know about the building and its history.
- We let you know which flats and hatches we need to reach.
- We check coverings, flashings, gutters and chimneys where they can be seen.
- We note what couldn’t be seen as well as what could.
- Findings and recommendations are set out with photos.
Before we arrive
- Let us know where we can park nearby
- Check we can get to the back of the property
- For a flat or shared roof, check access with the building owner or managing agent
Book a survey
Once you know what you need, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form. From there it’s a case of choosing a package, agreeing the price and fixing a day.
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Signs you need a landlord roof survey in Sandhurst
Landlords need to plan spending on a building. Planning is difficult without knowing the roof’s condition and how soon.
These are some of the problems a survey can pick up:
- Cracked or leaning shared chimneys
- Slipped or missing slates and tiles
- Worn ridges, hips and verges
- Splits and blisters in flat roof coverings
For site and facilities teams at buildings such as Sandhurst Primary School, long gutter runs and wide roofs on a building that size are worth checking on a regular cycle.
Before you book anyone
- What exactly goes into their report
- Whether VAT is added on top
- Whether the roof space is looked at, where there is one
- Their drone registration, if they fly one
Roofs, chimneys and gutters in Sandhurst
Older houses across Kent often have handmade clay or peg tiles, and many have tile-hung walls. Kent’s older buildings take in oast houses and timber-framed Wealden hall houses as well. On roofs like these, good slates or tiles can outlast the nails, battens, lead and mortar around them. With Great Dixter about 2.4 miles south-east, Sandhurst sits in an area with a long building history. If you own one of the older houses, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material.
For landlords with property near Robertsbridge station, the gap between tenancies is a good time to have the roof looked at. The streets around a church such as Mission Church are often among the oldest in a place, and if your home is one of the older ones nearby, its chimney, valleys and lead work are likely to be the parts that need attention first.
Sandhurst is about 11 miles north of Hastings, in Kent. We survey roofs in Sandhurst and the rest of Kent. We cover towns and villages across Kent. For surveys nearby, see our Maidstone page.
Surveys in TN18 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. If you need a landlord roof survey at a property on Bodiam Road, Poundfield Road and Queen Street or anywhere close by, we can help. If you’re just outside Sandhurst, we cover Sandhurst Cross (1 mile south-west), Linkhill (1 mile east), Four Throws (2 miles north-west), Little Conghurst (2 miles north-west) and Bodiam (2 miles south-west). We also work in nearby towns such as Ashford (15 miles north-east), Royal Tunbridge Wells (15 miles north-west), Paddock Wood (13 miles north-west), Tenterden (6 miles north-east), Park Wood (15 miles north) and Staplehurst (10 miles north).
What’s near Sandhurst
Typical jobs here are in homes near Sentido pub. For rail, the closest station is Robertsbridge station, roughly 4.9 miles south-west. A little further out are The C.M Booth Collection (3.5 miles north-east) and Benenden Hospital (4.8 miles north-east).
Sandhurst questions
I let a flat near Robertsbridge station. Can you check the roof?
Of course. Let us know whether a tenant or an agent will let us in, and the report can go straight to you or your agent.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Sandhurst?
Check Historic England’s online list first, then ask the council about conservation areas and any Article 4 direction. It matters most if you are planning to re-roof in a different material.
Is the report suitable for a maintenance plan?
Yes, many agents and freeholders use it that way. Surveying again later shows what has changed to keep your plan up to date.
How long have you been surveying roofs?
Over 20 years and more than 5,000 surveys.
Are you insured?
Our surveys are covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance. If you need details for a managing agent or a building owner, just ask.
Will you check the loft?
If the survey needs it and the roof space can be reached safely, yes. A clear path to the hatch helps.
Do you cover Sandhurst?
Yes, we do. We carry out landlord roof surveys in Sandhurst.
What a survey costs
To price your survey, we check:
- Which survey package you book
- The shape of the roof and its details
- How tall the building is and how easy the roof is to see
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
All our prices include VAT. Our price is from £150, including VAT. We confirm the exact price before booking.
What we need to know
Getting the details right at the start saves time. It’s useful to include:
- How the loft is reached, if there is one
- Where the property is, with the postcode
- What made you get in touch
- Pictures of the roof from a safe spot, if you have them
Photos help, if you have them. Pictures from ground level or a window are fine; never climb up to get a better view. To send them or to book, ring 07833 053749 or email us.
What this survey cannot tell you
Every survey has limits, and it’s better to know them up front. Bear these in mind:
- The structure in the way a structural engineer would assess it
- Asbestos testing of roof sheets or soffits
- The rest of the building, as a RICS Level 2 or 3 survey would
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we’ll tell you before booking. What our survey covers.
What we look at
- Rented houses
- Shared roofs
- Gutters and downpipes
- Blocks of flats
- Converted houses
- Flat roofs on blocks